Australia: Opened ACMA investigation into Uber's alleged violation of spam laws
Description
Opened ACMA investigation into Uber's alleged violation of spam laws
On 4 May 2023, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) opened an investigation into Uber over an alleged violation of the Australian Spam Act. The ACMA stated that it received complaints claiming that Uber violated Australian spam laws by sending marketing emails without an unsubscribe option between 1 August 2022 and 4 May 2023.
Original sourceScope
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: other
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body